Shane Mairet

2009 Graduate

Food Crop Production and Management

“Choosing the ISU Horticulture program was one of the best decisions of my life. The experiences they offered and the friends I made along the way will be things I will treasure forever.”

Dr. Lisa Wasko DeVetter

Graduate

“Iowa State University's Department of Horticulture truly is a world class department that prepares students for success in the professional environment. My time there gave me a wonderful opportunity to gain academic knowledge from experts in the field and the experiential learning that I feel is critical for success after graduation. The department and its people are so wonderful and provide a tremendously supportive environment that creates a great sense of community! ”

Shane Mariet

Graduate

“Choosing the ISU Horticulture program was one of the best decisions of my life. The experiences they offered and the friends I made along the way will be things I will treasure forever. ”

Jacob E. Thomas

2013 Graduate

Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science and Horticulture

“Iowa State was the best 4 years of my life. All of the Horticulture professors really seemed to care about my learning and were always willing to help explain a topic further when I was confused. I also met my best friends while in Horticulture Club. Everything I learned while at Iowa State helped me to prepare for a life as a business owner doing the thing I love the most.”

Dr. Lisa Wasko DeVetter is an assistant professor at Washington State University and leads the state-wide berry research and extension program.

Shane Mariet, is owner of Mairets Garden Center LLC, which is a greenhouse and produce farm in Muscatine, Iowa.

Jacob E. Thomas is the founder and owner of JET Produce And Meats in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Dr. Lisa Wasko DeVetter is an assistant professor at Washington State University and leads the state-wide berry research and extension program.

Shane Mariet, is owner of Mairets Garden Center LLC, which is a greenhouse and produce farm in Muscatine, Iowa.

Jacob E. Thomas is the founder and owner of JET Produce And Meats in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Our Graduates in the Workforce:

Horticulture Food Crop Production and Management

Casey BarickmanFaculty Member Mississippi State University
Starkville, Mississippi

Kirk BedwellBedwell Gardens
Norwalk, Iowa

Brandon CarpenterHort Research Station
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa